MINI BREAKS FOR 2008
Dates
Friday 4th-Sunday 6th July
Friday 11th-Sunday 13th July
Friday 25th-Sunday 27th July*
Friday 5th-Sunday 7th September
Friday 12th-Sunday 14th September*
Friday 26th-Sunday 28th September
*These two weekends are aimed at participants who already have
some experience of Pilates and/or Yoga. They follow a similar itinerary
to the other weeks, but with the pace advancing a bit faster. For these weekends, it is recommended that you must have some experience of attending regular classes. These classes are for Intermediate Level Participants. If you are unsure about which weekend would suit you
best please ask!
For Intermediate Level participants attending all the weekend breaks,
I will endeavour at all times to add exercises to challenge everyone whatever your fitness level. All the exercises can be adapted to the
most advanced level if necessary. Likewise, for those attending who
have had injuries or other challenging conditions all exercises can be modified to suit the individual. The more information you give me, before and during your stay, the better able I am to meet your requirements.
COST OF ALL MINI BREAKS IS £250
A non returnable deposit of £100 is required to secure a booking.
Payment in full is required 2 weeks before the holiday commences.
NON-RESIDENTIAL OPTION
There are limited places for persons wishing to attend, who choose to
stay elsewhere on the island. No such bookings can be made prior to 2 weeks before the start. Prices are pro-rata, non-returnable and to be paid in full on booking.
Islanders and existing clients are entitled to a discount on all options this year!
If booking the whole session, non-residential participants are entitled to
a 10% discount giving the reduced rate of £78.60
RATES
6 classes @ £8 per class - £48 - (Islanders and existing clients £40.80)
1 workshop - £10 - (Islanders and existing clients £8)
1x1 to 1 session - £20 - (Islanders and existing clients £16.50)
Whole session - £78.60 - (Islanders and existing clients £65.30)
PILATES AND YOGA WEEKEND
With Val Conway and Chrissie Tucker
Friday 26 to Sunday 29th September
Chrissie and Val both work with small groups and individuals in Argyll. Here, on the Isle of Coll, they will share their unique and holistic approaches to their respective disciplines.
ABOUT VAL...
Val has been teaching Pilates for 2 years. Prior to that, she practiced therapeutic massage. Val has, 20 years of experience working in therapeutic environments in Social Services, the private sector and the NHS. The Body Control Pilates teaching course is the most rigorous Pilates training available in the UK today. The style of delivery places emphasis on treating participants very much as individuals. We only have small classes and we also sometimes use hands on techniques to enable you to get the most out of the teaching. Our classes are relaxed and friendly and although we take the Pilates seriously I hope that I do not take myself too seriously!
I am enthused by my lovely clients and many inspiring teachers, including Lynn Robinson, the leading Pilates Guru recently awarded one of the most influential women in London accolades. I am also inspired by Elizabeth Larkham, a second generation Pilates master and protégé of Romana Kryanowska, the teacher who was chosen by Joseph Pilates to carry on his work.
ABOUT CHRISSIE...
Chrissie Tucker has been teaching Yoga for over 25 years. Her teaching is sensitive, intuitive encouraging lightness and supple movement in the body, centeredness and relaxation. She loves exploring and bringing the practice of Yoga alive to people of all abilities, any age or level of experience. She has teaching certificates from the Scottish Yoga Teachers Association and the Yoga of the Heart School. She has been and continues to be inspired by many teachers, including Angela Farmer, Jenny Beeken, Sophy Hoare and Diane Long.
Therapeutic massage is available on Sunday by arrangement.
Therapeutic massage is conducted in a warm private room. The therapist will take a short history first. The client may undress for the massage and usually lies on the couch covered in towels and blankets to maintain heat, comfort and privacy throughout. Massage is excellent in relaxing the mind and the body and compliments both Yoga and Pilates
ITINERARY
FRIDAY - DAY 1
PILATES WITH VAL CONWAY
Take the Friday CalMac ferry to Coll, departing Oban at 0600 and arriving on Coll at 1030. Dolphins and other cetaceans are frequently seen on this stunning journey into the west - this ferry goes via the neighbouring island of Tiree. You will be greeted at the pier and driven to the Hebridean Centre at Ballyhough, arriving at about 1100. After an introductory welcome you will be given a standard Body Control Pilates form to fill in that will contain all your personal details, so that we can cater for your individual needs throughout the weekend. All information held is strictly confidential.
1200 - 1300 THE BASICS OF PILATES
We will be focusing on the basics. After your long journey there will be an emphasis on breathing, relaxation, and alignment.
1300 - 1430 LUNCH
A long lunch-break will enable participants to take their packed lunches down to the nearby Traigh Hough - this really is an amazingly gorgeous beach!
1500 - 1700 PILATES WORKSHOP
Depending on who is here, this extended class may incorporate props like Pilates Circle, small balls and bands, foam rollers or the Swiss ball. The second part of the Workshop will be faster paced with and emphasis on flow and stamina.
1800 EVENING MEAL
1930 - 2030 CLASSICAL PILATES CLASS / RELAXATION
Although the weekend includes attendance of all these classes, remember that you do not have to attend everything! If you feel like more time to yourself, why not take time out, explore the environs of Ballyhough, have a power walk across the beach or even a swim? Maybe you would like to climb the nearby Ben Hough, the highest hill on Coll to enjoy the panoramic view across the sea of the Hebrides? Or simply relax in the lounge, have a look at some of the books on Pilates and related subjects, enjoy a drink from the Honesty Bar and just get to know your fellow participants! If you wish to bring a bicycle or hire one on the island, this can be arranged.
SATURDAY - DAY 2
YOGA WITH CHRISSIE TUCKER
0700 - 0800 (OPTIONAL) EARLY MORNING PILATES or
YOGA ON THE BEACH
This is weather permitting! Otherwise, the early bird session will
be held indoors.
08.30 - 09.30 BREAKFAST
11.00 – 13.00 YOGA SESSION
13.00 – PACKED LUNCHES
15.30 – 17.30 YOGA SESSION
18.00 EVENING MEAL
19.30 – 20.30 DISCUSSION/MEDITATION
SUNDAY - DAY 3
Early coffee available
0800 - 0930 YOGA
0945 FINAL PACKING in time for a 1000 DEPARTURE
1015 ORGANIC BRUNCH AT THE ISLAND CAFÉ
FREE TIME IN THE VILLAGE TO EXPLORE AND BUY SOUVENIRS
1345 | FINAL PICK UP
from the Island Café, before heading to the pier for your return to
Oban - you may meander down to the pier in your own time if you wish. This takes about 10-15minutes on foot.
1420 | FERRY DEPARTS
1715 ARRIVAL IN OBAN
COSTS FOR RESIDENTIAL MINI RETREAT - £295 INCLUSIVE
AS WITH ALL RESIDENTIAL MINI BREAKS, PRICES ARE INCLUSIVE; SEE BELOW FOR EXCEPTIONS AND NON-RESIDENTIAL OPTIONS
EXCEPTIONS:
Early Saturday morning Pilates or Yoga £6
1 hour full body massage £25
1.5 hours full body massage £32
Any other variations, for example, back and neck, legs, head, shoulders, arms or colon per hour as above.
NON RESIDENTIAL OPTION
Prices pro rata
Participants will need to bring their own refreshments for the day
Pilates
2 x 1 hour, Pilates classes @ £6 per class
(early morning class pay on the day!)
1 x 2 hour workshop @ £12
TOTAL £24
Yoga
2 x 2 hour yoga sessions @ £ 6 per hour
1 hour discussion or meditation class
1 x 1.5 hour Yoga class
TOTAL £39
(Optional early morning class @ £6)
Mini Break Intinerary - click here to see the itinerary
Mini Break Information - click here for more information
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